Air Fryer Broccoli (Malai Broccoli)

Prepare broccoli

Wash and cut the broccoli into medium-sized florets, keeping them approximately the same size.

Boil broccoli

Bring water to boil in a medium saucepan, then add some salt, followed by the broccoli florets. Boil for one minute.

Prepare ice bath

Make ice bath in a wide bowl with ice cubes and water.

Shock and drain

After one minute, remove the broccoli from the boiling water and immediately transfer it to the ice water. Once it cools down, drain the water and pat dry the florets using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Mix marinade

In a large bowl, combine yogurt, heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, ginger garlic paste, kasuri methi, besan, garam masala, ground cardamom, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well, making sure there are no lumps or dry bits of spices.

Coat broccoli

Add the blanched broccoli to the marinade and mix well, making sure the florets are coated well.

Refrigerate

Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.

Preheat air fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 360°F. Brush oil in the air fryer basket.

Arrange broccoli

Place broccoli into air fryer basket in single layer. Do it in batches if necessary.

Air fry

Air fry at 360°F for 11-12 minutes or until the broccoli is tender and the edges are golden brown.

Serve

Serve hot with dipping sauce of your choice.